Wolverhampton Wanderers (5-4-8) vs. Chelsea (6-4-7)
Wolverhampton Wanderers vs. Chelsea 12/24/23 – As the English Premier League’s festive fixtures approach, an intriguing clash awaits at Molineux, where Wolverhampton Wanderers, currently positioned at 5-4-8, face off against Chelsea with a 6-4-7 record. This Sunday encounter, promises to be more than a regular fixture, as both teams desperately seek to climb the points table. Fans and bettors alike, seeking premium picks and parlays, will be closely watching this game, which kicks off at 8:00 AM ET and will be broadcasted on TELE.
The Wolves have experienced mixed results recently but their attacking line has shown glimpses of brilliance. Hwang Hee-Chan’s 8 goals from 14 starts are an example of this brilliance while Matheus Cunha and Mario Lemina add depth. Their challenge will lie in penetrating Chelsea’s solid defense that, despite fluctuations, has proven its resilience especially away games.
On the other side of things, Chelsea boasts of creative and agile attackers in Nicolas Jackson and Cole Palmer who combine to provide Chelsea’s offense. Jackson scored 7 goals while Palmer contributed 6. Raheem Sterling adds further speed and experience while Jose Sa has proven invaluable as Wolverhampton goalkeeper whose shot-stopping skills make an opponent tough to defend against.
Wolverhampton Wanderers vs. Chelsea 12/24/23 Game Info
| When: | Sunday, December 24, 2023 at 8:00 AM ET |
| Where: | Molineux |
| TV: | TELE |
| Stream: | – |
José Sá GK vs. Robert Sánchez GK
José Sá has been steady this season for Wolves, making 47 saves and allowing 25 goals in 15 starts. His savvy play in net gives Wolves a fighting chance against talented offensive teams like Chelsea. However, the Wolves defense has struggled, leaving Sá exposed at times. If they have coverage breakdowns, the Chelsea attack could make them pay.
Robert Sánchez has not had his best season for Chelsea, allowing 25 goals in 16 starts with a low 3 clean sheets. The Chelsea defense has done him no favors, but Sánchez also needs to make more game-changing saves. Against dangerous Wolves’ forwards, he must step up for Chelsea to get a much-needed road win.
Soccer Odds/Point Spread: Chelsea -125, Total Odds: 2.5
The current betting odds slightly favor Chelsea, indicating their perceived stronger lineup and recent form. However, Wolverhampton’s competitive odds suggest that this could be a closely contested match. The total odds set at 2.5 with a leaning towards the under, reflects the expectation of a tight, potentially low-scoring game.
Wolverhampton Wanderers Betting Trends
Wolves are just 1-2 straight up in their last 5 matches, indicating they are struggling headed into this matchup with Chelsea. However, their 3-2 record against the spread shows they are beating expectations. Wolves have gone OVER 3 totals in their last 5 contests as well, aided by porous defensive play. At home this season, 5 of Wolves’ last 8 matches have gone OVER. With two suspect defenses, another high-scoring affair could be ahead.
Chelsea Betting Trends
Chelsea has posted a pedestrian 1-1 straight up record in their previous 5 games. But against the spread, they are 3-2, outperforming betting expectations. However, most of that success has come at home. In their last 5 road matches, Chelsea is 3-5 against the spread. Continuing their road struggles in this tough environment at Molineux seems likely. Chelsea’s last 5 matches have stayed UNDER 2 totals, bucking the recent trend of high-scoring contests for both squads.
Wolverhampton Wanderers vs. Chelsea 12/24/23 Betting Picks
Based on the analysis and betting trends, this match is poised to be a closely fought battle. Wolverhampton, with their home advantage and recent scoring form, could pose serious challenges to Chelsea. However, Chelsea’s overall quality and offensive threat cannot be underestimated.
Considering the strengths and weaknesses of both teams, Chelsea seems to have a slight edge, primarily due to their attacking prowess. Prop bets on individual scorers, like Jackson or Hwang, could be interesting. The over/under presents a trickier choice, but the trends suggest leaning towards the under might be prudent. Free predictions EPL enthusiasts should watch for last-minute lineup changes that could influence the game dynamics. Enjoy the game and be wise when placing your wagers!
Free Pick and Prediction: Chelsea 2, Wolverhampton Wanderers 1.